Admission Counselor

• Model a committed Christian lifestyle per the University Lifestyle Covenant
• Have a positive attitude, fostering open communication and encouraging work associations
• Balancing multiple obligations and use available time/resources effectively to fulfill commitments
• Contribute quality and dependable work performance with thoroughness and accuracy
• Be a self-starter and have the ability to handle multiple tasks without supervision
• Productively adapt to change, as well as unexpected situations, and handle other tasks as assigned
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality in accordance with FERPA regulations
• Serve as an active member of the campus community by attending campus events, serving on committees, and making professional connections
• Display a commitment to promote diversity
• Follow all personnel and departmental policies and procedures
• Fully participate in and contribute to the accomplishments of office missions and goals
• Function with honesty and integrity regarding tasks and interpersonal relations based upon professional standards established by NACCAP and NACAC
• Have a professional appearance and demeanor

• Evening and weekend work, as well as necessary overnight and same-day business travel, often requires hours beyond the typical 40-hour work week
• Possess outstanding detail and organizational skills
• Clearly and accurately communicate information in large and small group settings
• Independently solve problems and initiate and implement projects
• Understand marketing concepts
• Analyze current enrollment data related to student recruiting by reviewing current and historical enrollment and geographic data to identify and develop sources and contacts for reaching potential students
• Commit to learning the distinctiveness of Bethel and the features/benefits of the various programs in order to appropriately represent the university
• Experience with computer systems, programs and MS applications including Word and Excel preferable
• Work well with others and provide helpful and friendly customer service/hospitality to all constituents
• Spanish Speaking is Preferred

Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor degree from a four-year accredited college or university is required. Spanish speaking ability is preferred but not required. A valid driver's license and good driving record are required.

Success Factors: Candidates for this position should be highly organized, self-motivated, detail oriented, adaptable to change and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Important Events and Commitments: Events often require evening and weekend work.

• Campus Tours As needed throughout the year
• Move-In Day Opening weekend of the fall semester
• New Student Registrations Some evening and weekend work
• Pilot Preview Days Requires evening work several times a semester and some weekends
• Professional Conferences Sometimes a four to five-day event in June
• Recruiting Preparation Heaviest preparation in August/September, but will take place year-round
• Recruiting Travel Heaviest travel in September/October/November, but will take place year-round
• Additional Events Events added as needed in order to achieve enrollment goals